I'm having a lot of fun starting out with a basic block, then slicing it up based on how it's going to transform and unfolding it into the humanoid shape. It's like Christmas 1985 all over again.
I'm having a lot of fun starting out with a basic block, then slicing it up based on how it's going to transform and unfolding it into the humanoid shape. It's like Christmas 1985 all over again.
I know the feeling! I'll never forget getting Sideswipe then. Ahhhh
I recommend classing yours as 4 separate entries (Soundwave, Ravage, Rumble, and Frenzy) that all happen to transform into one. It's not like there is prize! (or is there?)
And don't beat yourself up over scaling. Zoom the camera out for the animation.
I didn't include Glit, Garboil, Howlback, or Sundor, who were all repaints (and Sundor called a 'Cybertron', aka Japanese Autoboot, because he was secretly a spy).
Totally forgot about the scout. Looked over the list, gonna do one more and call it, for fear of not finishing any of of em. Squawtalk/Squawkbox is pretty cool, but Beastbox is just terrible.
I'm pretty sure I had this one, so the rat gets it:
ah, what the hell...
Beastbox is awesome - he turns into an ape! And ya gotta have him, he and Squawktalk are a two-man combiner team as well as being cassettes, nothing's more awesome than that!
I am using Maya. I made a specularity map, not sure how I would plug the environment map into that area. My spec map is plugged into the specular roll-off, of course.
And I could not interpret the rendering suggestions (turning anti-aliasing off etc) for Maya that was posted in the adjoining thread. I know I know...
Well It was fun, but now I want to start on another low-poly challenge!
It wouldn't hurt to announce it...start a new thread, while the entries/winners are sorted out.
My suggestions for a new low-poly challenge:
- Create a next-gen video game console or handheld.
- Turn a 2D cartoon character into 3D
- Lego-ize a pop-culture figure (not already given the Lego treatment)
Mixing Transformers and Ghostbusters is like crossing the beams, only awesome.
Thank you sir!
And I think your entry of Galvatron is awesome! He was my first choice too, was gonna make him a police SUV with his orange cannon doubling as the roof-mounted lights, but thought the better of it! Your Galvs looks great!
And all of Cptin's entries look solid too. Soundwave and his army of minions. Still want to see a group shot!
Well I'd personally call it a draw...the Optimus entry is game-worthy, and the plethora of entries that is Soundwave and his minions should also be acknowledged!
Yeah! Sorry, real-world work (both 3D and the written word) kinda kept me from entering my Cybertron Starscream (let alone adjusting the mesh to better fit the proportions of the actual figure), but maybe next time I could pop in...
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update: the goons
I'm having a lot of fun starting out with a basic block, then slicing it up based on how it's going to transform and unfolding it into the humanoid shape. It's like Christmas 1985 all over again.
I know the feeling! I'll never forget getting Sideswipe then. Ahhhh
I recommend classing yours as 4 separate entries (Soundwave, Ravage, Rumble, and Frenzy) that all happen to transform into one. It's not like there is prize! (or is there?)
And don't beat yourself up over scaling. Zoom the camera out for the animation.
Keeping only with the Decepticons:
Beastbox:
http://www.tfu.info/1988/Decepticon/Beastbox/beastbox.htm
Squawktalk:
http://www.tfu.info/1988/Decepticon/Squawktalk/squawktalk.htm
BONUS: SquawkBox:
http://www.tfu.info/1988/Decepticon/Squawkbox/squawkbox.htm
Overkill:
http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Overkill/overkill.htm
Ratbat:
http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Ratbat/ratbat.htm
Slugfest:
http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Slugfest/slugfest.htm
I didn't include Glit, Garboil, Howlback, or Sundor, who were all repaints (and Sundor called a 'Cybertron', aka Japanese Autoboot, because he was secretly a spy).
I'm pretty sure I had this one, so the rat gets it:
ah, what the hell...
You got my vote! (if that is how this is decided?)
I'm looking forward to seeing a group shot!
About the Environment Map....would it be applied to a 'skybox' type mesh? Or is there a way to plug it into a material's reflectivity?
Noob questions I know.
I am using Maya. I made a specularity map, not sure how I would plug the environment map into that area. My spec map is plugged into the specular roll-off, of course.
And I could not interpret the rendering suggestions (turning anti-aliasing off etc) for Maya that was posted in the adjoining thread. I know I know...
update:
buzzsaw
frenzy
ratbat
soundwave
ravage
Here is mine.. I will have the video up soon..
Galvatron
http://s47.photobucket.com/albums/f161/st4rscream/?action=view¤t=Movie.flv
Link to Transformation
Link to Transformation
Link To Transformation
Link To Transformation
Link To Transformation
It wouldn't hurt to announce it...start a new thread, while the entries/winners are sorted out.
My suggestions for a new low-poly challenge:
- Create a next-gen video game console or handheld.
- Turn a 2D cartoon character into 3D
- Lego-ize a pop-culture figure (not already given the Lego treatment)
Thank you sir!
And I think your entry of Galvatron is awesome! He was my first choice too, was gonna make him a police SUV with his orange cannon doubling as the roof-mounted lights, but thought the better of it! Your Galvs looks great!
And all of Cptin's entries look solid too. Soundwave and his army of minions. Still want to see a group shot!
Nice job is that Optimus prime from the cartoon? I hope you finnish it. I was sad that no one did an Optimus, Kudos.
Bring on the next LPC!!!